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OregonCertification Manual
Department of Consumer & Business ServicesBuilding Codes Divisionwww.oregon.gov/bcdPhone: 503-378-4133
A resource for Oregon building officials, inspectors, and plan reviewers
Ver. 0.2 - 06/01/2017
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Contact ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Certification Application Process ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Oregon Inspector Certification ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Application & Training ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Oregon Code Certifications ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Oregon Code Certification Training or Experience .......................................................................................... 6
How to Obtain Oregon Code Certifications ......................................................................................................... 7
Maintenance & Renewal of Certifications ..................................................................................................................... 9
OIC Renewal .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Continuing Education Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 10
Code Change Courses ................................................................................................................................................. 10
High Priority Training ................................................................................................................................................ 10
Types of Certifications & Scopes of Work ................................................................................................................... 11
Oregon Code Certifications ........................................................................................................................................... 11
Building Official (BO) ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner (PEF) ........................................................................................................ 11
Structural Plans Examiner- A-Level (PEA) ........................................................................................................ 12
Structural Inspector- A-Level (SIA) ...................................................................................................................... 12
Mechanical Inspector- A-Level (MIA) .................................................................................................................. 12
Residential Structural Inspector (CAS) ............................................................................................................... 13
Residential Plans Examiner (CAX) ........................................................................................................................ 13
Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP) ............................................................................................................... 14
Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE) ................................................................................................................ 15
Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI) ............................................................................................................. 16
Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector (PI) ............................................................................................................. 16
Limited Plumbing Inspector - Building Sewers (PIS) ................................................................................... 17
Medical Gas Plumbing Inspector (MGI) .............................................................................................................. 17
Recreational Vehicle Inspector (RVI) .................................................................................................................. 18
Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector (MCI) .............................................................................. 19
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Specialized Certifications ................................................................................................................................................... 19
Specialized Training Program ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Specialized Certification Qualifications & Scopes of Work .............................................................................. 20
Specialized Plumbing Inspector (SPI) Certification....................................................................................... 20
Specialized Electrical Inspector (SEI) Certification ....................................................................................... 21
Specialized Solar Photo-Voltaic (SSI) .................................................................................................................. 22
Specialized Finals Inspector (SFI) Certification .............................................................................................. 23
Authorizations for Inspectors for Building Code Administrative Regions (ORS 455.732) ..................... 24
Oregon Reach Code & Statewide Alternate Method or State Master Plan Approvals ............................... 24
Inspection of Manufactured Structures & Parks ...................................................................................................... 25
Alteration Inspection and Plan Review of Manufactured Dwellings ........................................................... 25
Manufactured Structure Accessory Structure or Accessory Building Inspection .................................. 26
Certification Exemptions ............................................................................................................................................... 26
Legacy Certifications ............................................................................................................................................................ 28
Residential Mechanical Inspector (CAM) (Legacy) ........................................................................................ 28
Structural Plans Examiner- B-Level (PEB) (Legacy) ..................................................................................... 28
Structural Inspector- B-Level (SIB) (Legacy) ................................................................................................... 28
Mechanical Inspector- B-Level (MIB) (Legacy) ............................................................................................... 29
Manufactured Structure Installation Inspector Certification (MHI) (Legacy) ................................... 29
Park and Camp Inspector Certification (PCI) (Legacy) ................................................................................ 30
Glossary of Terms & Acronyms ....................................................................................................................................... 31
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INTRODUCTION Oregon inspectors, plan reviewers, and building officials keep people safe by ensuring adherence to
Oregon building codes. This manual is intended to explain the process for getting certified as an
inspector, plan reviewer, or building official. It also lays out the powers of certified individuals and
how to maintain certifications.
Holding a particular certification does not necessarily qualify a person to perform every inspection
or plan review under the scope of work for that certification. Building officials are responsible for
ensuring that plan reviewers and inspectors have the skills necessary to perform the work they are
assigned.
Nothing in this manual is intended to allow a person to violate statute or rule or change certification
and licensing requirements set forth in statute or rule. This manual is based on statutes found in
Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) chapters 446, 455, and 479 and administrative rules found in
Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 918-098, 918-281, and 918-695.
Nothing in this manual prevents the Building Codes Division (the division) from waiving procedural
requirements in the rare circumstance where substantial compliance is impracticable. In the event
that anything in this manual conflicts with statute or rule, the statute or rule controls.
If you have any questions about Oregon certifications or the contents of this manual, please contact
the division. Resources, including specific building codes referenced in this manual, are available on
the building codes website: oregon.gov/bcd.
CONTACT Building Codes Division 1535 Edgewater Street NW Salem, OR 97304
Mailing Address P.O. Box 14470 Salem, OR 97309
Phone: 503 378 4133 Oregon only: 800 422 7457 Fax: 503 378 2322
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CERTIFICATION APPLICATION PROCESS Every person who performs building official duties, building code inspections, and plan reviews in
Oregon must have an Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) and an appropriate Oregon code
certification or authorization for the work being performed.
OREGON INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION The OIC acts as an umbrella registration. Any person who performs building official duties, building
code inspections, or plan reviews must first obtain an OIC, then they need an Oregon code
certification for each scope of work they intend to perform.
APPLICATION & TRAINING To obtain an Oregon Inspector Certification a person must submit the Oregon Inspector
Certification Training Application and a $125 application fee.
Once a person has submitted the application and fee, they will schedule the required OIC
orientation, administered by the division. The OIC orientation is a class that gives an overview of
the standards for building officials, inspectors, and plan reviewers, and the relationship between
local building departments and the State Building Codes Division. To view the schedule of OIC
orientations, visit oregon.gov/bcd/inspector-training.
A person can only receive their OIC after successful completion of the division administered OIC
orientation, including successful passage of the OIC examination.
Example:
Jane Doe moves to Oregon from another jurisdiction where she worked for several
years as an inspector. Jane is applying for jobs as an inspector in Oregon and wants
to get certified. Her first step is to register for an OIC class. Once she has completed
that class, she has her umbrella registration and will be assigned an OIC number.
Jane can now submit qualifying national certifications for conversion to Oregon
certifications, sit for Oregon certification examinations (if qualified), and/or
complete Oregon code certification classes to work in her specific disciplines.
OREGON CODE CERTIFICATIONS Once a person has obtained their OIC, they can obtain Oregon code certifications for the work they
wish to perform.
Each Oregon code certification has specific items it allows the certification holder to inspect or
review, known as the “scope of work.” See Types of Certifications & Scope of Work on page 11 for
more information about the scope of work for each Oregon code certification.
There are additional Oregon code certifications that the division recognizes but no longer issues.
These are known as legacy certifications. See Legacy Certifications on page 28 for more information.
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Oregon code certifications are available for:
Building Official (BO)
Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner (PEF)
Structural Plans Examiner- A-Level (PEA)
Residential Structural Inspector (CAS)
Residential Plans Examiner (CAX)
Structural Inspector- A-Level (SIA)
Mechanical Inspector- A-Level (MIA)
Specialized Finals Inspector (SFI)
Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI)
Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE)
Specialized Electrical Inspector (SEI)
Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector (PI)
Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP)
Specialized Plumbing Inspector (SPI)
Limited Plumbing Inspector – Building
Sewers (PIS) Specialized Solar Photo-Voltaic Inspector (SSI)
Medical Gas Plumbing Inspector (MGI)
Recreational Vehicle Inspector (RVI)
Manufactured Structure Construction
Inspector (MCI)
OREGON CODE CERTIFICATION TRAINING OR EXPERIENCE Some Oregon code certifications have specific experience requirements, while others do not.
Specific Oregon code certification training or experience requirements are listed for each
certification under the “qualifications” heading in the Types of Certifications and Scopes of Work
section beginning on page 11. If a code certification does not have a “qualifications” section, there
are no qualifications for the certification beyond the general training and experience requirement
described in this section.
In addition to any specific training or experience requirement for a certification, a person must
meet one of the following criteria prior to working under a certification:
Completion of a code certification training course administered by the division
o A code certification training course is a multi-week course which results in the
issuance of a code certification. The OIC class and Building Official class do not
qualify as code certification training courses.
If a person has been hired by a municipality, completion of a division training course within
six months of hire
o A person may work under Oregon code certifications during this time
o The division may extend the six month deadline in the case of hardship or illness,
upon written request
Two years experience working for or on behalf of a jurisdiction performing building permit
inspections or plan reviews for buildings or structures regulated by the state building code
or its equivalent
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or engineering, or be a certified architect or
engineer
Note: A person who was working as a certified building official, inspector, or plan reviewer in
Oregon prior to April 1, 2016, does not need to fulfill the above training or experience requirement.
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The burden is on the applicant to ensure that they meet the training and experience requirement
prior to commencing work. The building official is also responsible for ensuring the training or
experience requirement is met before allowing an inspector or plans examiner to perform work
that requires a certification.
HOW TO OBTAIN OREGON CODE CERTIFICATIONS There are three available pathways to obtain Oregon code certifications:
Pass an Oregon code certification examination
Complete a division certification training class
Convert an International Code Council (ICC) or other nationally recognized certification
Oregon examinations and training courses are not available for all Oregon code certifications at this
time. For those Oregon code certifications for which division training or an exam is not currently
available, the International Code Council or other nationally recognized certification is the only
available path to receive the Oregon certification. The available pathways to apply for each
certification is described in the Types of Certifications and Scopes of Work on page 11.
Each certification pathway is described in detail below.
Division Oregon Code Certification Examination To apply to sit for a certification exam, a person must submit the division’s Application for
Certification form and an $80 fee.
Once a person submits a completed Application for Certification form demonstrating the
appropriate experience (if any), they will receive approval to sit for an examination. Applicants
must sit for the examination within 60 days of approval. Applicants who fail the examination must
wait 30 days before taking the examination again. For information about scheduling an exam in
your area, go to oregon.gov/bcd/licensing/Pages/exam.aspx.
Currently, Oregon code certification exams are offered for the following:
Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI)
Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE)
Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector (PI)
Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP)
Recreational Vehicle Inspector (RVI)
Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector (MCI)
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Division Certification Training Program The division offers a certification training program which incorporates exam requirements and
allows a person to receive a certification through a training course. The division currently offers
certification training courses for the following certifications:
Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE)
Specialized Electrical Inspector (SEI)
Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP)
Specialized Plumbing Inspector (SPI)
Medical Gas Inspector (MGI)
Residential Structural Inspector(CAS) and Residential Plans Examiner (CAX)
o Note: The Residential Structural Inspector includes Mechanical
o The Residential Structural Inspector and Residential Plans Examiner certifications
are offered in a combined division training course
Building Official (BO)
Check the training website for the most up to date offerings and to view the training calendar.
The training program has a classroom in Salem, Ore., and also offers online attendance for most
classes through Adobe Connect. Individuals who successfully complete a division certification
training course will receive the certification.
To register for a division training class, complete the Inspector Training Program Registration form.
The form includes the price for each training course. A person must have a valid OIC prior to
beginning a division certification training course.
Convert ICC and Other Nationally Recognized Certifications To use an ICC or other nationally recognized certification to obtain an Oregon certification, the
applicant must submit the National Certification Conversion Application and an $80 fee. On the
form, the applicant will need to demonstrate that they have the appropriate training or experience.
Certifications will not be converted until the person meets the training or experience requirement.
Equivalent Oregon code certifications will be issued for ICC or other nationally recognized
certifications as follows:
Nationally Recognized Certification Equivalent Oregon Certification Commercial Building Inspector (ICC B2) Structural Inspector- A-Level (SIA) Building Plans Examiner (ICC B3) Structural Plans Examiner- A-Level (PEA) Fire Plans Examiner (ICC F3) Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner (PEF) Commercial Mechanical Inspector (ICC M2) Mechanical Inspector- A-Level (MIA) Mechanical Inspector (IAPMO) Mechanical Inspector- A-Level (MIA) Residential Building Inspector (ICC B1) Residential Structural Inspector (CAS) Residential Plans Examiner (ICC R3) Residential Plans Examiner (CAX) Medical Gas Inspector (ASSE 60) Medical Gas Plumbing Inspector (MGI)
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The division will also convert any other International Code Council or other nationally recognized
certification the division determines sufficiently qualifies the person for an Oregon code
certification (Oregon code certifications are listed on page 6)
MAINTENANCE & RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATIONS
It is the responsibility of each certification holder to ensure they meet all the requirements to
maintain or renew a certification. Building officials are also responsible for tracking and
maintaining records of continuing education and renewal information for certified staff.
OIC RENEWAL OIC holders must renew their OIC on a three year cycle (renewals are due in 2016, 2019, 2022,
2025, etc.). Renewals are due by November 1 of the renewal year. If November 1 falls on a weekend
or holiday, the due date is the next business day.
Example: One person receives their OIC on January 3, 2017, and another person receives their OIC
on June 19, 2019. Both OIC holders must renew their OIC by November 1, 2019.
At least 45 days before the expiration of the OIC, the division will mail each OIC holder a renewal
notification to the address on file with the division.
Note: It is the responsibility of each OIC holder to notify the division of any change
of name or address. You can update your information with the division by
completing the License/Certification Information Change Form, or by updating
online.
Each Oregon code certification is linked to the certification holder’s OIC. If an OIC holder fails to
renew their OIC, the person may not perform any work under any Oregon code certification until
their OIC is valid.
To renew an OIC, a person must submit a certification fee of $125 and the renewal form. The
renewal form and instructions for renewing online will be mailed to OIC holders at least 45 days
before the expiration of the OIC.
If a person did not complete division-required continuing education under a particular Oregon code
certification by the deadline to renew their OIC, that Oregon code certification is not valid and the
person cannot perform work under the applicable certification until the Oregon code certification is
valid. To obtain the certification again, the person will have to reapply and pass a division
examination.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Required continuing education administered by the division consists of Code Change Courses and
High Priority Training.
Certified individuals should keep records of completed continuing education. The division may
periodically verify that a person is maintaining and recording their continuing education
requirements.
CODE CHANGE COURSES Inspectors and plans examiners must complete the division-approved code change course related
to the scope of work allowed under each certification. If the division offers a code change course,
the course is required for any certification holder who was certified before the applicable code
changed.
The division may determine that a code change course is not required if a given code did not
significantly change or the division otherwise determines a code change course is not necessary.
The division will utilize its website (oregon.gov/bcd) and e-mail notification system for building
officials and individuals who have signed up for updates to inform certification holders about
required code change courses.
Example:
Jane Doe received her Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector certification on August 1,
2025. John Smith received his Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector certification on
September 14, 2026. A new plumbing code was adopted April 1, 2026. The division
determined there were enough changes in the code to require code change training.
Jane is required to attend a plumbing code change class administered by the
division, because she was certified before the code changed. John is not required to
take the code change class because he was certified after the new code was adopted.
HIGH PRIORITY TRAINING The division may require building officials, inspectors, and plans examiners to take high priority
training when the division identifies new technologies, specific problem areas, or law changes. In
the event of a high priority training requirement, information will be posted on the division website
(oregon.gov/bcd) and communicated through the e-mail notification system for building officials
and individuals who have signed up for updates.
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TYPES OF CERTIFICATIONS & SCOPES OF WORK
OREGON CODE CERTIFICATIONS Persons who have a valid OIC and a valid Oregon code certification may perform inspections and/or
plan reviews based on the type of Oregon code certification they possess. The scope of work for
each Oregon code certification is set forth in detail below.
Some certifications contain specific training or experience requirements. Those additional training
or experience requirements are also included in the descriptions of specific Oregon code
certifications below.
Certifications may be obtained by taking an examination, completing a division training course
and/or converting a national certification to an Oregon certification (See How to Obtain Oregon
Code Certifications on page 7). One, two, or all three pathways may be available for a given
certification. The available pathways for each certification are indicated below.
See Specialized Certifications on page 19 for scopes of work for specialized certifications. See
Legacy Certifications on page 28 for scopes of work for Legacy Certifications.
BUILDING OFFICIAL (BO) Persons certified as an Oregon Building Official may oversee a municipality’s administration and
enforcement of the state building code for those specialty codes assumed by the jurisdiction (see
ORS 455.148 and 455.150). Building officials may not perform plan reviews or inspections unless
they possess the appropriate Oregon code certification for the plan review or inspection being
performed.
To become certified as a building official, a person must successfully complete the division training
course for building officials.
When an individual is hired as a building official (including a building official who moves from one
jurisdiction to another), they are required to complete a division course covering administration
and enforcement of a building inspection program within six months of hire. Any person in an
“acting” capacity to cover building official duties may also be required to complete this course
within six months of assuming that role. The certification training course incorporates the
orientation course.
Application pathway: Division Training.
FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY PLANS EXAMINER (PEF) Persons certified as Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiners may review construction plans for
compliance with the fire and life safety plan review provisions of the Oregon Structural Specialty
Code (see OSSC 107.3.5).
Application pathway: National Certification Conversion.
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STRUCTURAL PLANS EXAMINER- A-LEVEL (PEA) Persons certified as A-Level Structural Plans Examiners may review construction plans for
compliance with the provisions of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code, except the fire and life
safety plan review provisions for structures required to receive a state fire and life safety plan
review.
A-Level Structural Plans Examiners may also review construction plans for work that falls within
the B-Level Structural Plans Examiners classification. See B-Level Structural Plans Examiner on
page 29.
Application pathway: National Certification Conversion.
STRUCTURAL INSPECTOR- A-LEVEL (SIA) Persons certified as A-Level Structural Inspectors may conduct construction inspections of all work
regulated by the Oregon Structural Specialty Code.
A-Level Structural Inspectors may also conduct inspections of work that falls within the B-Level
Structural Inspector classification. See B-Level Structural Inspector on page 28.
Application pathway: National Certification Conversion.
MECHANICAL INSPECTOR- A-LEVEL (MIA) Persons certified as A-Level Mechanical Inspectors may conduct construction inspections and may
review construction plans for all work regulated by the Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code.
A-Level Mechanical Inspectors may also conduct inspections and review construction plans for all
work that falls within the B-Level Mechanical Inspector classification. See B-Level Mechanical
Inspector on page 29.
Note: There is no requirement for a Residential Mechanical Inspector certification in Oregon. The
Residential Mechanical Inspector certification scope of work is covered by the Residential
Structural Inspector certification scope of work. See Residential Mechanical Inspector (CAM)
(Legacy) on page 28.
Application pathway: National Certification Conversion.
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RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURAL INSPECTOR (CAS) This certification is also known as the One-and-Two Family Dwelling Structural Inspector.
Persons certified as Residential Structural Inspectors may conduct construction inspections
covered by the following:
Structural and mechanical work regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code
(including the Low-rise Residential Dwelling Code)
Manufactured structures and manufactured structure accessory buildings and structures
under the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code
The provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500
The Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards located in 24 CFR 3280 and
3282
Persons certified as Residential Structural Inspectors may also conduct construction inspections
and review plans of manufactured dwelling parks, recreational parks, organizational camps,
and picnic parks.
Application pathways: National Certification Conversion, Division Training.
RESIDENTIAL PLANS EXAMINER (CAX) This certification is also known as the One-and-Two Family Dwelling Plans Examiner.
Persons certified as residential plans examiners may review construction plans for compliance
with:
The provisions of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code (including the Low-rise
Residential Dwelling Code)
The Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code
The provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500
The Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards located in 24 CFR 3280 and
3282
Residential plans examiners may also inspect and review construction plans for manufactured
dwelling parks, recreational parks, organizational camps, and picnic parks.
Application pathways: National Certification Conversion, Division Training.
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RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING INSPECTOR (CAP) This certification is also known as the One-and-Two Family Dwelling Plumbing Inspector.
Scope of Work Persons certified as Residential Plumbing Inspectors may:
Inspect plumbing work regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code (including the
Low- rise Residential Dwelling Code)
Inspect work on manufactured dwellings, manufactured structure accessory buildings and
structures under the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code, the
provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500, the Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety Standards located in 24 CFR 3280 and 3282
Conduct plan review and inspection of manufactured dwelling parks, recreational parks,
organizational camps, and picnic parks
Inspect any portion of a solar water heating system installation up to 180 gallons or storage
tank capacity
Qualifications To qualify for this certification, a person must have one of the following:
A current valid certification as an Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector
Successful completion of the Residential Plumbing Inspector training program administered
by the division
Two years experience designing and installing plumbing systems as a journeyman plumber
or its equivalent
Two years experience as a plumbing inspector in another jurisdiction inspecting plumbing
systems in commercial or residential structures for compliance with a recognized code for
plumbing installations
90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours education and training in mechanical engineering,
which includes designing and installing plumbing systems, through a college or community
college
Valid division certification as a residential inspector under one or more provisions of the
Oregon Residential Specialty Code, one year experience administering and enforcing
another provision of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, and confirmation by the
building official of the jurisdiction that employs the applicant that the applicant has
completed a residential plumbing inspector cross-training program that meets the
minimum requirements established by the division
Any combination of experience designing, installing, or inspecting plumbing systems
totaling three years
Application pathways: Division Exam, Division Training.
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RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR (CAE) This certification is also known as the One-and-Two Family Dwelling Electrical Inspector.
Scope of Work Persons certified as Residential Electrical Inspectors may conduct inspections of:
Electrical work regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code (including the Low-
rise Residential Dwelling Code)
Work regulated by the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code
The provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500
The Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards located in 24 CFR 3280 and
3282
Any portion (structural and electrical) of a solar PV installation up to 25 Kw
Residential Electrical Inspectors may also conduct plan review and inspection of manufactured
dwelling parks, recreational parks, organizational camps, and picnic parks.
Qualifications To qualify for this certification, a person must have one of the following:
A valid division certification as an Oregon Electrical Specialty Code Inspector
Completion of the appropriate code training course administered by the division
Two years experience installing electrical systems as a limited residential journeyman
electrician or a general journeyman electrician or their respective equivalents
Two years experience as an electrical inspector in another jurisdiction inspecting electrical
installations in commercial or residential structures for compliance with a recognized code
for electrical installations
90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours education and training in electrical engineering,
which includes designing and installing electrical systems, through a college or community
college
Valid division certification as a residential inspector under one or more provisions of the
Oregon Residential Specialty Code, one year experience administering and enforcing
another provision of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, and confirmation by the
division that the applicant has completed a residential electrical inspector cross-training
program that meets the minimum requirements established by the division
Any combination of experience or education listed above designing, installing, or inspecting
electrical systems totaling three years
Application pathways: Division Exam, Division Training.
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ELECTRICAL SPECIALTY CODE INSPECTOR (EI)
Scope of Work An Oregon Electrical Specialty Code Inspector may do any of the following:
Inspect electrical installations regulated by the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
Inspect electrical installations regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code
Do electrical plan reviews as provided in OAR 918-311-0040
Inspect any portion (structural and electrical) of a solar PV installation up to 25 Kw
o Note: An Electrical Inspector may still inspect the electrical components of any size
solar PV installation regulated by the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
Qualifications To qualify for the certification, the individual must have one of the following:
Four years experience as a licensed general journeyman electrician and a valid Oregon
general supervising electrician license
A four-year Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering, plus three years approved
experience in design, inspection, or supervision of installations covered by the National
Electrical Code or the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
Equivalent experience or qualifications approved by the Oregon Electrical and Elevator
Board
Application pathway: Division Exam.
PLUMBING SPECIALTY CODE INSPECTOR (PI)
Scope of Work An Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector may do any of the following:
Inspect plumbing installations regulated by the Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code
Inspect plumbing installations regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code
Do plumbing plan reviews as provided in OAR 918-780-0040
May, in addition to any other authority, inspect any portion of a solar water heating system
installation up to 180 gallons of storage tank capacity
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Qualifications To qualify for the certification, the individual must have one of the following:
Three years of employment and experience as an Oregon Journeyman Plumber (JP) or its
equivalent
A degree in mechanical engineering or certified professional registration with two years of
work experience in plumbing design, installation, or inspection
Four years of work experience exclusively in the inspection of plumbing installations of
which at least two years is of commercial, industrial, and multi-family structures
Four years of work experience exclusively in the inspection of residential installations, and
the completion of a division-approved plumbing inspector training program
Any combination of experience and training equivalent to any of the training or experience
options above
An Oregon Residential Plumbing Inspector certification (CAP) issued prior to April 1, 1998,
with five years of plumbing inspections experience
Application pathway: Division Exam.
LIMITED PLUMBING INSPECTOR - BUILDING SEWERS (PIS) Scope of Work Persons certified as Limited Plumbing Inspectors - Building Sewers may inspect building sewers
from five feet outside the building to the disposal terminal or connection with a main sewer line.
Qualifications
To qualify for the certification, the individual must have one of the following:
An Oregon Journeyman Plumber license
Two years experience in sewer design, installation, or inspection
Any combination of experience and training equivalent to the two options above
Application pathway: Division Exam.
MEDICAL GAS PLUMBING INSPECTOR (MGI)
Scope of Work Persons certified as Medical Gas Plumbing Inspectors may inspect medical gas plumbing
installations.
Qualifications
In order to obtain a Medical Gas Plumbing Inspector certification a person must have a valid OIC,
have been certified as an Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector and:
Submit to the division a copy of a valid ASSE 6020 medical gas certification; or
Successfully complete a training course for medical gas plumbing inspectors administered
by the division.
Application pathways: National Certification Conversion, Division Training.
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLE INSPECTOR (RVI)
Scope of Work A Recreational Vehicle Inspector may conduct field, dealer log, repair operation, alteration, visual
and manufacturing plan inspections, plan reviews, and provide other technical services for
recreational vehicle manufacturers, dealers, and owners in accordance with ORS 446.185 and
446.160(1).
Qualifications An applicant for certification as a Recreational Vehicle Inspector must have at least one of the
following:
Two years experience as a supervisor in the building construction industry
Two years of experience in design work related to building construction
Two years of experience as a certified building inspector or plans examiner
Two years of experience as a quality assurance inspector in a manufactured structure plant
Two years experience as a division-certified recreational vehicle quality assurance
technician
Two years of code-related experience as a recreational vehicle technician
An associate degree or equivalent from a division approved education program in a
construction-related field
Any combination of the experience and education listed above equaling at least two years
A one year certificate of completion in building inspection technology from a division
approved education program and completion of 800 hours working under the supervision
of a person with a minimum of three years experience as a certified Recreational Vehicle
Inspector or a person approved by the board
Application pathway: Division Exam.
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MANUFACTURED STRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR (MCI)
Scope of Work A Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector conducts field, dealer lot, consumer assistance,
alteration, visual, and manufacturing plant inspections, reviews plans, and provides technical
services for manufactured dwelling manufacturers, dealers, and owners.
Qualifications An applicant for certification as a Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector must have at least
one of the following:
Two years experience as a supervisor in the building construction industry
Two years experience in design work related to building construction
Two years experience as a certified building inspector or plans examiner
Two years experience as a quality control inspector in a manufactured structures plant
An associate degree or its equivalent from a division-approved education program in a
construction-related field
Any combination of the experience and education listed above equaling at least two years
A one year certificate of completion in building inspection technology from a division-
approved education program and completion of 800 hours working under the supervision
of a person with a minimum of three years experience as a certified Manufactured Structure
Construction Inspector or a person approved by the board
Application pathway: Division Exam
SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATIONS Specialized certifications allow the certification holder to enforce all or portions of the specialty
codes. Specialized certifications are attained through specialized training programs offered through
the division. The only available application pathway for each specialized certification described
below is the division training pathway.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING PROGRAM Applicants for specialized certifications must have the following, unless waived by the division:
A valid OIC;
A valid Oregon code certification to perform inspections (as identified in the specific
certifications listed below); and
Employment as an inspector and experience performing inspections in Oregon for a
minimum of one year in the specialty code area for which the applicant is seeking
specialized certification.
Individuals also qualify to proceed to a specialized plumbing or electrical certification course if they
have completed the division residential certification course in the same discipline.
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Applicants for specialized certifications must submit an application on a division-approved form
with the appropriate fees. Incomplete applications or applications submitted without payment will
not be processed.
If an application is approved, the applicant will be notified and enrolled in the training course.
When an application is not approved by the division, the applicant’s training fee will be refunded.
The application fee will not be refunded or waived for future applications.
The application and training fee for all specialized inspector certifications is $200. Approved
applicants must complete the appropriate division-approved training course and pass a division-
approved examination to obtain the desired specialized certification.
If an application is approved, the scope of the certification may be tailored to an individual’s
knowledge level and skill as determined by the division through an independent evaluation, but
may not exceed the scope of work allowed under OAR 918-098.
All specialized certifications remain valid provided the holder maintains a current OIC. Should the
holder fail to maintain a valid OIC, all certifications, including specialized certifications, become
invalid. See Oregon Inspector Certification on page 5 and OIC renewal on page 9 for more
information.
Specialized certification courses incorporate examinations. Individuals must successfully pass the
examinations in order to successfully complete the course.
Specialized certifications can only be used by individuals who are employed by a municipality or
the division. A person may not work under a specialized certification for a third party as defined in
ORS 455.457.
SPECIALIZED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS & SCOPES OF WORK
SPECIALIZED PLUMBING INSPECTOR (SPI) CERTIFICATION
Scope of Work Specialized plumbing inspectors may inspect plumbing and piping systems conveying potable
water, storm, or domestic sanitary sewage in buildings less than 75 feet above grade in height as
defined in the Oregon Structural Specialty Code and containing a building water service less than
two inches in nominal interior diameter.
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An SPI may not conduct inspections in new structures with plumbing or piping systems for any of
the following:
Installation or alteration of a medical gas and vacuum system for health care facilities
Installation or alteration of chemical drainage, waste, and vent systems containing chemical
agents potentially detrimental to the integrity of a plumbing system
Installation or alteration of waste water pre-treatment systems for building sewers
Installation of vacuum drainage, waste, and vent systems
Installation or alteration of reclaimed water systems
Installation of a commercial booster pump system needed to maintain minimum residual
water pressure in a structure supplied by a municipal source
Food service plumbing systems
An SPI may inspect existing structures with plumbing systems containing any of the items listed
above, but the specialized plumbing inspector may not inspect the items listed above.
Qualifications As a condition of entering the specialized plumbing inspector (SPI) training program, an applicant
must:
Hold a valid Oregon code certification as a Residential Plumbing Inspector; and
Be employed as an inspector and have performed inspections as a Residential Plumbing
Inspector for at least one year prior to applying.
o Note: A person does not need one year of experience if they completed the division
residential plumbing certification course.
The SPI training consists of instructional coursework and supervised fieldwork inspections. To
obtain a certification through the training program, a person must successfully complete the
training including passage of a division approved examination.
Application pathway: Division Training.
SPECIALIZED ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR (SEI) CERTIFICATION
Scope of Work Specialized Electrical Inspectors may conduct electrical inspections in buildings less than 75 feet
above grade as defined in the Oregon Structural Specialty Code where the building service or feeder
to the electrical installation being inspected is not more than 400 amps at less than 150 volts to
ground or 200 amps at 150 volts or more to ground.
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An SEI may not inspect:
Separately derived systems, other than renewable energy, rated more than 150kw;
Renewable energy systems rated more than 25 kw;
Occupancies classified as Assembly or Education, or any (I)- Institutional Occupancies as
defined in the Oregon Structural Specialty Code;
Installations governed by Chapter 5 or Articles 610, 668, 669, 695, and 700 of the Oregon
Electrical Specialty Code, except for the following:
o Electrical connection to or alteration of a single mobile home, recreational vehicle,
or manufactured dwelling, including the service but excluding park construction,
alteration, or enlargement;
o Agricultural buildings that do not contain excessive dust or corrosive areas as
defined in the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code 547.1(A) and (B);
New or replacement motor loads over 100 HP.
Qualifications As a condition of entering an SEI Certification course, the applicant must:
Hold a current Residential Electrical Inspector Oregon code certification for at least one
year prior to applying; and
Be employed as an inspector and have performed inspections as a Residential Electrical
Inspector for at least one year prior to applying.
o Note: A person does not need one year of experience if they completed the division
residential electrical certification course.
To obtain a certification through the SEI training program, a person must successfully complete the
training including passage of a division approved examination.
Application pathway: Division Training.
SPECIALIZED SOLAR PHOTO-VOLTAIC (SSI) Persons certified as a Specialized Solar PV Inspector may conduct inspections of the structural and electrical systems for solar PV installations up to 25 Kw that follow the “prescriptive installation” provisions in section 3111.5 of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code. Application pathway: Division Training.
Note: The division is not currently offering a Specialized Solar Photo-Voltaic class. Check
oregon.gov/bcd/inspector-training to see current class offerings.
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SPECIALIZED FINALS INSPECTOR (SFI) CERTIFICATION
Scope of Work Specialized finals inspectors may conduct final inspections of one-and-two family dwellings
constructed under the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, limited to finals inspection in
residential dwellings and accessory structures of structural components and mechanical, plumbing,
and electrical systems where the item inspected was previously inspected and approved, or where
a previous inspection and approval is not required, and the item is otherwise ready for inspection,
except:
Electrical systems with a service in excess of 400 amps;
Emergency and stand-by power generation equipment;
Solar photovoltaic installations; and
Swimming pools.
Where a component or installation is sufficiently complex, a building official may limit the authority
of a Specialized Finals Inspector to less than the scope of work allowed by this section.
Qualifications As a condition of entering the SFI certification training course, an applicant must:
Hold a valid OIC;
Have at least one appropriate certification to perform either residential or commercial
mechanical, structural, electrical, or plumbing inspections in Oregon; and
Been employed as an inspector and performed inspections of the Oregon Structural or
Residential Specialty Codes, Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code, Oregon Electrical
Specialty Code, or Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code for a minimum of one year prior to
applying for the Specialized Finals Inspector Certification.
The SFI training consists of instructional coursework and supervised fieldwork inspections. To
obtain a certification through the training program, a person must successfully complete the
training including passage of a division approved examination.
Application pathway: Division Training.
Note: The division is not currently offering a Specialized Finals Inspector course. Check
oregon.gov/bcd/inspector-training to see current class offerings.
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AUTHORIZATIONS FOR INSPECTORS FOR BUILDING CODE
ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS (ORS 455.732) ORS 455.732 allows the division to authorize inspectors to perform inspections under multiple
specialty codes for work in building code administrative regions.
A building official or other municipal employer may submit a written request for authorization
under ORS 455.732 for an employee. The employee must have a valid OIC. The written request
must include:
Any relevant experience and training;
Any relevant licenses or certifications, including those issued by a national organization or
another state; and
The scope of work the person seeks to perform.
After reviewing a request, the division may issue an authorization outlining the scope of work the
person may perform and any limitations applicable to the authorization. Limitations may address
types of structures, geographical area covered, time limit for the authorization, or other relevant
restrictions. The scope of work may be expanded, or limitations may be eliminated, after further
training and evaluation from the division.
Evaluation conducted for the purposes of issuing an authorization under this section will be
performed by a team of professionals knowledgeable in the programs covered by the authorization.
The building official is responsible for ensuring the authorization holder is competent to perform
work assigned under the authorization.
OREGON REACH CODE & STATEWIDE ALTERNATE METHOD OR
STATE MASTER PLAN APPROVALS Plan reviews and inspections required under the Oregon Reach Code are to be performed by
individuals certified under OAR chapter 918, divisions 098, 281 and 695 to conduct plan reviews or
inspections for the specialty code under which the particular Reach Code provision is regulated.
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INSPECTION OF MANUFACTURED STRUCTURES & PARKS The division or a jurisdiction may employ a person not meeting the minimum requirements for
certification to inspect manufactured homes while the person is being trained or waiting to qualify
to take a division examination. During this period, the person may only perform inspections or plan
reviews under the direct supervision of appropriately certified trainers. Training must be provided
by an inspector or plans examiner having a minimum of three years experience in the same
certification or a person approved by the Residential and Manufactured Structures Board. This does
not waive the requirements of ORS 455.730 or permit the division or a jurisdiction to hire or use
persons whose certifications have lapsed or been revoked.
Inspectors and plans examiners of prefabricated structures do not require special certifications but
must have the appropriate certifications required for performing inspections or plan reviews under
the specific specialty code being used.
ALTERATION INSPECTION AND PLAN REVIEW OF MANUFACTURED DWELLINGS Manufactured dwelling alteration inspections and plan reviews include on-site field inspections of
alterations including structural, fire and life safety, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical alterations
made to manufactured dwellings after the initial sale of the home to the first consumer after all the
terms of the sales contract have been met. Most alteration inspections made to recreational vehicles
and park trailers are the responsibility of the division.
A person that performs inspections or plan reviews on manufactured dwelling alterations must
have an OIC and the appropriate Oregon code certification for the Oregon Residential Specialty
Code for the specific discipline being used.
The certification requirement described above is not applicable to alteration inspections performed
on manufactured homes still under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD), recreational vehicles, or park trailers.
Inspectors and plans examiners of manufactured dwelling alterations may only inspect or review
plans in a jurisdiction that has been delegated the manufactured dwelling alteration program and
that:
Complies with ORS 446.250 and 446.253(2) relating to the delegation of full
responsibility for permit issuance and inspections;
Issues permits and enforces the current edition of ORS chapter 446, and OAR chapter
918, divisions 098, 500 and 520;
Meets the requirements of OAR 918-500-0055 for delegation; and
Enforces the current edition of the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation
Specialty Code and all referenced standards contained therein.
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MANUFACTURED STRUCTURE ACCESSORY STRUCTURE OR ACCESSORY BUILDING INSPECTION Manufactured structure accessory structure or accessory building inspections and plan reviews
include on-site field inspections of installations of manufactured structure accessory structures and
accessory buildings (i.e. carports, ramadas, cabanas, garages, storage sheds, awnings, decks, steps,
and ramps).
Inspectors of manufactured dwelling alterations must have an OIC and the appropriate Oregon code
certification for the Oregon Residential Specialty Code for the specific discipline being used.
Inspectors of manufactured structure accessory structures and accessory buildings may only
inspect or review plans in a jurisdiction that has been delegated the manufactured dwelling
accessory structure and accessory building program and that:
Complies with ORS 446.250 and 446.253(2) relating to the delegation of full responsibility
for permit issuance and inspections;
Complies with the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code and all
referenced standards contained therein;
Issues permits and enforces the current edition of ORS chapter 446, OAR 918-098-1330,
and OAR chapter 918, division 500;
Meets the requirements of 918-500-0055 for delegation; and
Enforces the current edition of the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty
Code and all referenced standards contained therein.
CERTIFICATION EXEMPTIONS Not all inspection and plan review activities require certification. The building official is responsible
for ensuring that persons performing permit reviews under this section utilize a division-approved
checklist to perform reviews.
The building official may determine based on unusual features, characteristics or other
complicating circumstances that a certified individual must review a permit application.
Plan review certification is not required for individuals reviewing permit applications for buildings
or structures that have plans and specifications provided by the division or a municipality under
ORS 455.062.
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Plan review certification is not required for individuals reviewing one-and-two family dwelling
permit applications for the following:
First floor decks attached to a dwelling that extend not more than 12 feet from the
dwelling but not closer than three feet to a property line, are not more than 8 feet above
grade, will not exceed a 70 PSF live load and not a combined live and dead load of 80
PSF, and are not in excess of a 2 horizontal 1 vertical ground slope.
Car ports with a single slope that have a rafter span extending not more than 12 feet
from a dwelling, are attached to the dwelling for the full length not to exceed 30 feet,
have a maximum overhang of two feet that is not closer than three feet to a property
line, and will not exceed a combined 80 PSF live and dead load.
Patio covers that have a single slope roof, have a rafter span extending not more than
12 feet from the dwelling, are attached to the dwelling the full length not to exceed 30
feet, have a maximum overhang of two feet that is not closer than three feet to a
property line, and will not exceed a combined 80 PSF live and dead load.
Fences not greater than 8 feet in height.
Garage conversions as an accessory to a one or two family dwelling with no new cut
openings in the existing wall.
Window, door, or bathroom remodels where there are no load-bearing or lateral-
bracing wall penetrations.
Pole or manufactured steel structures with a maximum of 3,000 square feet that
have a maximum 14-foot eave height, are not closer than three feet to the property line
and at least 6 feet from all other buildings on the same lot, and are fully engineered,
including foundation where applicable.
Mechanical equipment for the purposes of determining whether setback requirements
have been met.
Where a jurisdiction routinely performs permit reviews for a type of project determined by the
building official to be similar in complexity to the types of projects listed in sections listed above,
the building official may submit a checklist to the division for approval. If approved, the jurisdiction
may utilize the checklist to perform plan reviews without certification.
Inspector certification is not required for refrigeration piping in residential structures.
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LEGACY CERTIFICATIONS Legacy certifications are certifications for which the scope of work has been assumed by one or
more other certifications. The division no longer issues legacy certifications, but those individuals
who possess a legacy certification may continue to perform work under the certification as long as
the certification is valid, and may renew these certifications when they renew their OIC.
RESIDENTIAL MECHANICAL INSPECTOR (CAM) (LEGACY) This certification is also known as the One-and-Two Family Dwelling Mechanical Inspector.
Persons certified as Residential Mechanical Inspectors may conduct inspections of:
Mechanical work regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code
Manufactured dwellings under the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty
Code
The provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500
The Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards located in 24 CFR 3280 and
3282
Residential Mechanical Inspectors may also conduct plan review and inspections of manufactured
dwelling parks, recreational parks, organizational camps, and picnic parks.
Note: The division no longer issues Residential Mechanical Inspector certifications. This scope of
work is maintained for individuals who already possess the certification. For individuals wishing to
perform the scope of work covered by this certification who do not already have the certification,
the entire scope of work, including mechanical inspections, is covered by the Residential Structural
Inspector Certification.
STRUCTURAL PLANS EXAMINER- B-LEVEL (PEB) (LEGACY) Persons certified as B-Level Structural Plans Examiners may review construction plans for
compliance with the provisions of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (see OSSC 107.3.5),
except as listed below.
B-Level Structural Plans Examiners may not review construction plans for work in structures
required to receive a state fire and life safety plan review or work in structures required to be
designed by an Oregon registered architect or certified professional engineer pursuant to ORS
chapter 671.
STRUCTURAL INSPECTOR- B-LEVEL (SIB) (LEGACY) Persons certified as B-Level Structural Inspectors may conduct construction inspections of work
regulated by the Oregon Structural Specialty Code except construction inspections of work in
structures required to receive a state fire and life safety plan review or work in structures required
to be designed by an Oregon registered architect or certified professional engineer pursuant to ORS
chapter 671.
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MECHANICAL INSPECTOR- B-LEVEL (MIB) (LEGACY) Persons certified as B-Level Mechanical Inspectors may conduct construction inspections of work
regulated by the Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code except as listed below.
B-Level Mechanical Inspectors may not conduct construction inspections of work in structures
required to receive a state fire and life safety plan review or work in structures required to be
designed by an Oregon registered architect or certified professional engineer pursuant to ORS
chapter 671.
B-Level mechanical inspectors may also conduct inspections of brazing or welding work regulated
to the installation, alteration, or repair of refrigeration piping systems, except as regulated by the
Oregon Boiler and Pressure Vessel Program under OAR chapter 918, division 225. In order to
complete this work, a person must successfully complete a training program in accordance with
either Section IX, “Welding and Brazing Qualification” of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code,
or AWS B2.2, “Standard for Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification” administered by a
division approved organization.
MANUFACTURED STRUCTURE INSTALLATION INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION (MHI) (LEGACY) A Manufactured Structure Installation Inspector may conduct onsite field inspections of
manufactured dwelling or park trailer installations including site preparation, setbacks, drainage,
stand, foundation support, earthquake bracing systems, tie-downs, under-floor enclosures, access,
egress, plumbing utility connections (within 30 lineal feet of the manufactured dwelling),
mechanical connections and electrical feeder assembly connections (as defined by Article 550 of
the National Electrical Code), electrical fixture connections, and plumbing, mechanical, and
electrical crossover connections for manufactured structures under ORS 446.230 and 446.240.
This certification does not include inspections or plan reviews of manufactured dwelling alterations
or manufactured structure accessory structures and accessory buildings.
This certification can only be used in a jurisdiction that:
Meets all the requirements of OAR 918-098-1305 and OAR 918-500-0055;
Complies with ORS 446.250 and 446.253(2) relating to the delegation of full responsibility
for permit issuance and inspections;
Issues permits according to ORS 446.253; and
Enforces the current edition of the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty
Code, the provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500, and all referenced standards
contained therein.
The scope of work for this certification is covered by other certifications. See Inspection of
Manufactured Structures & Parks on page 25.
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PARK AND CAMP INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION (PCI) (LEGACY) A Park and Camp Inspector conducts field inspections, reviews plans, and provides other technical
services for manufactured dwelling parks, recreational parks, organizational camps, and picnic
parks under ORS 466.066 and 446.335.
This certification can only be used in a jurisdiction that:
Meets all the requirements of this OAR 918-098-1320;
Complies with ORS 446.430, 455.170, and 455.680 relating to the delegation of full
responsibility for permit issuance and inspections; and
Issues permits, enforces the current edition of ORS chapter 446, OAR chapter 918, division
600 and 650, and all referenced standards contained therein.
Note: The division no longer issues Park and Camp Inspector Certifications. The scope of work for
this certification is covered by other certifications. See Inspection of Manufactured Structures &
Parks on page 25.
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS & ACRONYMS The following terms & acronyms are used in this manual.
Term Meaning A-Level Structures Structures regulated by the Oregon Structural Specialty Code
that require a state fire and life safety plan review or are required to be designed by an Oregon licensed architect or engineer pursuant to ORS Chapter 671.
B-Level Structures Structures regulated by the Oregon Structural Specialty Code that do not require a state fire and life safety plan review and are not required to be designed by an Oregon licensed architect or engineer pursuant to ORS Chapter 671.
Code Change Course A continuing education course that addresses changes to specialty codes, code standards, interpretations, and alternate methods or administrative rules addressing code.
Commercial Structures regulated by the Oregon Structural Specialty Code. Cross-Training Program A division approved residential, electrical, or plumbing inspector
on-the-job cross-training program established by the division. Design Professional, engineering, or technical design of systems or
components that requires computations, research, or special knowledge.
The Division The Building Codes Division of the Oregon Department of Consumer & Business Services.
Legacy Certification A certification the division recognizes but no longer issues. Low- rise Residential Dwelling Code
The code established by ORS 455.010, which is included in the Oregon Residential Specialty Code.
Municipality A city, county or other unit of local government authorized by law to administer a building code (see ORS 455.010(5)).
Nationally Recognized Certification
A certification that formally recognizes that a person possesses minimum knowledge of a recognized code.
OIC Oregon Inspector Certification. Recognized Code A regulatory document enforced by one or more state or local
governments that prescribes minimum standards for building materials and construction methods of buildings or structures and building service equipment including plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Residential Structures A structure regulated by the Low-rise Residential Dwelling Code as defined by ORS 455.010.
Scope of Work The items an inspector or plan reviewer may inspect or review under a given certification.
Specialized Inspector A person authorized to enforce all or portions of the specialty codes.
Year of Experience 2,000 hours of documented experience.